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      community Why are you so obsessed with celebrities using finasteride or dutasteride?

      in Chat  30 upvotes 3 months ago
      Celebrities using hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants is common and helps normalize these practices for the public. Many believe acknowledging this reduces stigma and provides reassurance that these treatments are effective and widely used.

      community Fix/min after 9 months - can you spot the difference?

      in Is this regrowth?  141 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using minoxidil for 9 months and finasteride for 3 months, with plans to continue treatment and possibly get a hair transplant. Some users suggested adding microneedling and other treatments, while others discussed potential side effects of finasteride.

      community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

      in Transgender  775 upvotes 3 months ago
      A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

      community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea

      in Research/Science  335 upvotes 3 months ago
      South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.

      community Something I misunderstood about hair loss for a long time

      in Chat  177 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair follicles often go dormant rather than die, and treatments like minoxidil can help revive them. Scalp health and stimulation, such as massages and using products like sulphur soap, are also important for hair regrowth.

      community Min for a year on hairline no results

      in Minoxidil  148 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride have not improved the user's hairline after a year. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, or considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community If PP405 works it will be fkn impossible to buy it.

      in Technology  104 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that may activate dormant hair follicles, but there are concerns about its effectiveness, cost, and side effects. Users discuss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, expressing skepticism about PP405's long-term success and accessibility.

      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  227 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal

      in Update  55 upvotes 5 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.

      community PP405 Update and My Take on Pelage

      in Research/Science  86 upvotes 5 months ago
      Pelage Pharmaceuticals raised $120M for their hair loss treatment, PP405, showing strong investor confidence despite limited data. There is skepticism about its efficacy and long-term effects compared to treatments like GT20029.

      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

      in Research/Science  321 upvotes 5 months ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.

      community Beyond Minoxidil & Finasteride: What if the Answer to Male Pattern Baldness is... on Our Faces? (A Naval Officer's Wild Idea & Why It's Not So Crazy)

      in What should I do? 5 months ago
      Exploring the idea of using facial hair properties for scalp regeneration in male pattern baldness, considering the potential of transferring androgen-resistant characteristics from facial hair to the scalp. Challenges include complexity, scalability, aesthetics, and safety, but the concept encourages innovative thinking beyond current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  327 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.

      community How to reduce scalp DHT as much as possible?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.

      community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 7 months ago
      DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.

      community Federal Grant Cuts have impacted PP405 related research

      in Technology  457 upvotes 7 months ago
      Federal funding cuts have delayed PP405 research, affecting hair loss treatment progress, though clinical trials will continue. The discussion highlights PP405's potential compared to minoxidil and finasteride and stresses the importance of government-funded research.

      community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.

      in Chat  296 upvotes 7 months ago
      Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.

      community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

      in Treatment  28 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

      community Unable to regrow hair, even though I am on a strong stack

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using a combination of 7% minoxidil, 0.2% finasteride, 0.5mg finasteride, RU58841, and daily microneedling but is not seeing hair regrowth after 5 months. Suggestions include being patient, reducing microneedling frequency, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after a year.